College of the Atlantic
College of the Atlantic at a Glance
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About College of the Atlantic
According to Wikipedia, College of the Atlantic is a private college in Bar Harbor on Mount Desert Island, Maine. Founded in 1969, it awards bachelors and masters degrees solely in the field of human ecology, an interdisciplinary approach to learning. Focus areas include arts and design, environmental sciences, humanities, international studies, sustainable food systems, and socially responsible business. The College of the Atlantic is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education.
College of the Atlantic Admissions, Retention, and Graduation Information
| Annual Applications | Acceptance | Retention Rate | Graduation Rate | Median SAT Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 446 | 70% | 85% | 73% | 1335 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard and NCES); acceptance rate for fall 2024; test scores for fall 2024; applications and enrollment for fall 2023; retention for students who started in fall 2023; graduation rate within six years for students who started in 2019.
How Much Does College of the Atlantic Cost To Attend?
| Tuition and fees (in-state) |
|---|
| $49,464 |
| Income | Average Net Cost |
|---|---|
| 0 - 30K | $15,931 |
| 30K - 48K | $13,686 |
| 48K - 75K | $19,171 |
| 75K - 110K | $17,904 |
| 110K+ | $34,575 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard and NCES); tuition and fees for 2025–26; net price for 2024–25, for first-time, full-time students receiving financial aid.
How Much Do College of the Atlantic Graduates Make?
Ten years after starting college, former College of the Atlantic students who received federal financial aid earn a median of $47,967 a year, and 90% of those not still in school are working.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; students who started college in 2011–12 or 2012–13, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars.
College of the Atlantic's Demographics
Students enrolled at any time during the 2023–24 school year, including part-time and online students.
| Student Body | Under-Grads | Graduates |
|---|---|---|
| 386 | 381 | 5 |
Source: National Center for Education Statistics; 12-month enrollment for 2023–24.
Where is College of the Atlantic?
College of the Atlantic is located at 105 Eden Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609.
How Safe is College of the Atlantic?
Relative to its enrollment, College of the Atlantic has a violent crime rate of less than 0.01% and a property crime rate of less than 0.01%. Bar Harbor has a violent crime rate of 0.03% and a property crime rate of 0.48%. Sources: campus: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety and Security data, on-campus offenses in 2024 (violent: murder, rape, robbery and aggravated assault; property: burglary, motor vehicle theft and arson, which excludes ordinary theft); city: FBI Crime Data Explorer, offenses reported to the city police in 2024.
What Is College of the Atlantic Known For?
College of the Atlantic is known for its academic work in the following disciplines:
Who Are College of the Atlantic's Most Influential Alumni?
College of the Atlantic's most influential alumni include professors and professionals in the fields of Biology, Earth Sciences, and Sociology. Here are some of College of the Atlantic's most famous alumni:
